Carlos Queiroz calls for support ahead of Gambia clash
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz is urging fans to support the Black Stars ahead of their upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against The Gambia. Despite a recent loss to Ivory Coast and key player injuries, Queiroz remains confident in his squad's preparation.
Why it matters
The match is a critical fixture for Ghana's qualification campaign, and the coach's appeal highlights the pressure on the team to perform.
Football Africa Cup of Nations Carlos Queiroz calls for support ahead of Ghana’s Gambia clash Carlos Queiroz calls for support ahead of Ghana’s Gambia clash Owuraku Ampofo Ghana lost 2-0 to Ivory Coast. Issouf SANOGO / AFP / AFP / Profimedia Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has called on supporters to back the Black Stars as they look to respond to their opening defeat in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against The Gambia on Tuesday.
The Black Stars suffered a 2-0 defeat to Ivory Coast in Bouake last Thursday, with Malick Yalcouye and Franck Kessie scoring for the hosts.
Queiroz believes Ghana can learn from the defeat and has used the days since the match to address areas that need improvement ahead of the Group C encounter at the Accra Sports Stadium.
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